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The OSU Leadership Center is led by a group of professionals dedicated to providing leadership-centered education and research to individuals, organizations and communities. We provide high-quality, practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities. 

Created in 1990, the center is located on the Columbus campus of The Ohio State University and is a part of the Departments of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership and OSU Extension. Our mission is to provide research-based resources and high-quality practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities that make a positive difference in the lives of Ohio's citizens.


     This year, we are celebrating 32 years of hands-on workshops and strength-based training activities to both organizations and individuals.

     “Our workshops are accessible, affordable and applicable. Our participants leave with new ideas and tools that they can apply immediately,” said Beth Flynn. 

    Instructor Tom Stewart said, “I think these workshops are important because it helps people transform their lives. Nothing is more important than being able to really improve someone’s life and in many cases the Leadership Center does just that!”

     Communication and conflict management, strength-based training, leadership development, and team building are just some of the courses offered by the center. 

     Stewart added, “I think the future is unlimited for the Ohio State Leadership Center. I actually think we are just scratching the surface right now. There is great potential for this program to expand.”

To find additional information about the Ohio State Leadership Center, visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow our social media accounts. 


2020-2021 Annual Report

Our Blog

Olivia Rinesmith

The AgOne Program through Ohio State’s Leadership Center has inspired and encouraged every member of the cohort to grow. 

Stacy Irwin

Stacy Irwin

When I was applying to the Fourth Cohort of the AgOne Program the main thought in my mind was using this opportunity to grow in my role as a Leader. From looking at my true self, to building my own personal legacy and learning to be a stronger leader, I found the topics inspiring and thought provoking. 

AgOne - Jenna Gregorich

Quotes of the Day

Most look up and admire the stars; a champion climbs a mountain and grabs one.

- H. Jackson Brown, Jr. -

You'll never find a better sparring partner than adversity.

- Golda Meir -

A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference.

- Winnie The Pooh -

Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and do that perfectly.

- St. Francis De Sales -

Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitudes and in actions.

- Harold Geneen -

         

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Testimonials

My first affiliation with the OSU Leadership Center was through Beth Flynn as a facilitator at an off-site StrenghtsFinders session in 2013 for our group of HR professionals from across the state.  Beth did a...

Imogen Johnson, Human Resources Director

Appreciated Jeff's relaxed, confident, personal, authentic style of presenting and working with a group.

Workshop Participant

We received a call from a participant who said that Tuesday's seminar was the best one he had ever attended, and over the years, he's attended many.  He said when he returned to work, he used the...

Workshop Participant

Have subscribed to Leadership Moments for MANY years – for inspiration, for reflection, for sharing.  The short articles often prompt me to look for a resource and read more.  I’ve “collected...

Christine Kniep, Family Living Educator

I read Leadership Moments regularly and I often bring up postings at our Marketing Meetings in the Center for Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.  One particular posting talked of the Eight Commandments of...

Rebecca Bias, Assistant Director, CLLC